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Patent CA-2599942-A1 (CA)
Title: Personalized preloading of digital content
Inventor: CARR BILL
IPC: H04N21/6332
Filed: 2006-02-22
Abstract: Techniques are described regarding providing consumers with devices on which digital content appropriate for those consumers has been loaded, such as digital media player devices or other consumer devices that are able to play or otherwise present digital media loaded on those devices. In some situations, when a consumer orders such a digital media player or other consumer device from a merchant (or other distributor of the device), the merchant preloads a copy of the device with digital media content before delivering that device to the consumer or other specified recipient, such as digital media items that are automatically selected in a personalized manner for the recipient to whom the device will be sent. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract, and is submitted with the intention that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.
Patent CA-2599973-A1 (CA)
Title: Apparatus for and method of using an intelligent network and rfid signal router
Inventor: CAMPERO RICHARD J
IPC: H04W40/02
Filed: 2006-03-03
Abstract: Apparatuses, systems for, and methods of transporting digital signals and radio-frequency ("RF") signals are disclosed. In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, an intelligent network (e.g., a combination router) and corresponding method are provided for transporting RF signals to, for example, an RFID antenna and transporting digital signals to, for example, a controller. In a preferred embodiment, the intelligent network is implemented with a manager unit for controlling a plurality of network devices to facilitate the efficient management of RFID-enabled devices. The network devices may include a combination router/switch, which has the capability of switching both digital data and RF data, RFID readers, RFID reader/writer pads, and other devices. In accordance with preferred embodiments, the intelligent network allows enhanced flexibility in controlling systems for interrogation of RFID antennae.
Patent CA-2601354-A1 (CA)
Title: Silicone rubber material
Inventor: WIHLSSON LENNART
IPC: H01B3/46
Filed: 2006-02-09
Abstract: The invention relates to a silicone rubber material comprising a mixture of a polyalkylsiloxane (A) and a poly- arylsiloxane (B) . The invention also relates to a method of manufacturing such a material . One application of such a material comprises electrical insulation.
Patent CA-2609496-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for laying and mechanically connecting panels
Inventor: SCHITTER LEONHARD
IPC: E04F15/02
Filed: 2006-05-24
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for placing and mechanically connecting panels (10) in rows (40, 42, 44) which are parallel to each other. The panels (10) comprise locking means, which are essentially embodied in the form of a groove-spring connection, on the lateral edges thereof (12, 14, 16, 18) and the panels (10) are connected in such a manner that they can pivot. The inventive method consists of the following steps: Initially, a plurality of panels (10) are connected together in pairs in order to form a new row of panels which need to be placed. In a second step, the panels (10) which are connected to the new row of panels (44) which are to be placed are assembled by pivoting the locking means. In one or several lower steps, one (46a) of the ends of the new row of panels (44) which are to be placed are to be worked in sections until the other end thereof (46b) by using the torsional flexibility of the panels (10), whereby the panels (10) are connected together in a zipper-like manner.
Patent CA-2612375-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JUNG GRACE
IPC: C07D207/12
Filed: 2006-06-15
Abstract: This invention is directed to stereoselective synthesis of compounds of formula (I) or formula (II) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, ester, amide, complex, chelate, clathrate, solvate, polymorph, stereoisomer, metabolite or prodrug thereof; wherein R3, R4 and R5 are defined herein.  Compounds of formula (I) and formula (II) are known to be useful in treating arrhythmias.
Patent CA-2612668-A1 (CA)
Title: Comminution plant
Inventor: KJAERSGAARD JOHANNES
IPC: B02C18/18
Filed: 2006-06-22
Abstract: A comminution plant serving for comminuting material . The comminution plant comprises a set of fixed bottom knifes (12) separated by parallel opening (13), two parallel shafts (6) extending crosswise of the openings (13) , a s et of upper knifes (10,11) attached on respective shafts (6) , the knifes extending partly into the openings (13, -18, 20) , and at least one drive assembly (9) for rotating the shafts (6) during operation. The upper knifes (10,11) on one of the two shafts (6) comprise a first upper knife (10) havin g a first diameter (D') and a second upper knife (11) having a second diameter (d') which is smaller than the first diameter (D') . The upper knifes (11,10 ) on the other of the two shafts (6) comprise a third upper knife (10) having a third diameter (D'') and a fourth upper knife (11) having a fourth diameter (d'') which is smaller than the third diameter (D'') . The first diameter (D ') and third diameter (D'') together are of a size which is larger than twice t he distance (a) between the axes of rotation (7) of the at least two shafts (6) . The comminution plant according to the invention can comminute a material effectively and to high degree of fineness.
Patent CA-2612943-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RITLAND STEPHEN
IPC: A61F2/30
Filed: 2006-06-22
Abstract: A dynamic fixation device is provided that allows the vertebrae to which it is attached to move in flexion within the normal physiological limits of motion, while also providing structural support that limits the amount of translation motion beyond normal physiological limits. The present invention includes a flexible portion and two ends that are adapted for connection to pedicle screws. In at least one embodiment of the present invention, the normal axis of rotation of the vertebrae is substantially duplicated by the dynamic fixation device. The flexible portion of the dynamic fixation device can include a flexible anterior-posterior segment, an anterior-posterior segment bounded by one or more zones with cuts in the rod portions, a flexible accordion-like segment, and/or a hinge portion.
Patent CA-2616603-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WATANABE MASARU
IPC: B65D67/00
Filed: 2007-12-28
Abstract: This invention provide packaging structure for building boards and building boards loading structure.     A packaging structure comprises plural building boards and plural bands, and wherein the plural building boards are banded at plural locations by the plural bands, and wherein a surface of bands which locates in a both end of the packaging structure is adhesive. And a building boards loading structure which loads plural building boards a pallet with, wherein the building boards loading structure comprises plural packages, and wherein the package comprises plural building boards and plural bands, and wherein the plural building boards are banded at plural locations by the plural bands, and wherein the plural packages are loaded the pallet with, and wherein the location of bands in each upper and lower package which is loaded the pallet with is different each other. And/or wherein the location of bands in lowest package which is loaded the pallet with is different from upper location of the stringers and inserting fork of the fork lift truck.
Patent CA-2617363-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TARDIF JEAN-CLAUDE
IPC: A61P9/10
Filed: 2008-01-10
Abstract: Utilisation de l'ivabradine ou 3-{3-[{[(7S)-3,4-diméthoxybicyclo[4.2.0]octa- 1,3,5-trién-7- yl]-méthyl}-(méthyl)-amino]-propyl}-7,8-diméthoxy-1,3,4,5-tétrahydro-2H-3- benzazépin- 2-one, de ses sels d'addition à un acide pharmaceutiquement acceptable et de leurs hydrates, pour l'obtention d'un médicament destiné au traitement de la dysfonction endothéliale.
Patent CA-2619920-A1 (CA)
Title: Methode pour mesurer la temperature du point chaud dans un appareil electrique contenant de l'huile
Inventor: DUVAL MICHEL
IPC: G01K11/00
Filed: 2008-02-06
Abstract: La présente invention concerne une méthode pour estimer la température réell e du point chaud ou la courbe d'évaluation des températures réelles du point chaud d'un appareil comprenant un ensemble électromagnétique dans une enceinte comprenant une huile (transformateur électrique). Selon un mode préférentiel, en premier lieu on sélectionne au moins un traceur chimique soluble dans l'huile ayant une température de transition à laquelle se forme un résidu. La température de transition étant inférieure à la température maxim um acceptable à l'intérieur du transformateur. Puis, on introduit dans l'huile des traceurs chimiques en quantité adéquate. On opère l'appareil électrique dura nt une période de temps déterminée pour obtenir la température calculée du poin t chaud souhaitée (au-dessus ou au-dessous de la température de transition des traceurs). On prélève au moins un échantillon d'huile durant la période d'opération. Finalement, on analyse le ou les échantillons prélevés pour déterminer la présence ou l'absence du résidu de façon à déterminer la température réelle du point chaud.
Patent CA-2620860-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LIU WEN
IPC: H01M8/08
Filed: 2006-09-15
Abstract: A solid polymer electrolyte membrane having a opposing first and second surfaces, where the solid polymer electrolyte member has a failure force greater than about 115 grams and comprises a composite membrane consisting essentially of at least one expanded PTFE membrane having a porous microstructure of polymeric fibrils; at least one ion exchange material impregnated throughout the porous microstructure of the expanded PTFE membrane so as to render an interior volume of the expanded PTFE membrane substantially occlusive; and at least one substantially occlusive, electronically insulating first composite layer interposed between the expanded PTFE membrane and the first surface, the first composite layer comprising a plurality of first carbon particles supporting a catalyst comprising platinum and an ion exchange material, wherein a plurality of the first carbon particles has a particles size less than about 75 nm.
Patent CA-2621950-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOFBAUER KARL
IPC: A61P5/06
Filed: 2008-02-20
Abstract: Disclosed are biological markers for obesity and methods for diagnosing and treating obesity and related conditions by detecting and modulating the activity of auto-antibodies against the melanocortin-4 receptor or a portion of the melanocortin-4 receptor. Also disclosed are methods for discovering new therapeutics which modulate the activity of auto-antibodies against the melanocortin-4 receptor or a portion of the melanocortin-4 receptor, in particular which prevent the binding of auto-antibodies against the melanocortin-4 receptor or a portion of the melanocortin-4 receptor.
Patent CA-2622595-A1 (CA)
Title: A material and a method for removing oxo-anions and metal cations from a liquid
Inventor: VAN LOOSDRECHT MARINUS CORNELI
IPC: C02F1/62
Filed: 2006-09-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to a material for removing oxo-anions and metal cations from a liquid. This material is characterized in that it comprises hyper thermophilic ferritin. The present invention also relates to a method for removing at least one of oxo-anions and metal cations from a liquid. This method is characterized in that a material comprising hyper thermophilic ferritin is used as filter material. It is especially preferred that said liquid is comprised of water. The invention also relates to the use of hyper thermophilic ferritin for removing metal cations and oxo-anions from a liquid.
Patent CA-2623380-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ISLAM MOHAMMED N
IPC: G02F1/35
Filed: 2006-11-16
Abstract: A broadband light source includes one or more laser diodes that are capable of generating a pump signal having a wavelength shorter than 2.5 microns, a pulse width of at least 100 picoseconds and a pump optical spectral width. The light source also includes one or more optical amplifiers that are coupled to the pump signal and are capable of amplifying the pump signal to a peak power of at least 500W. The light source further includes a first fiber that is coupled to the one or more optical amplifiers. The first fiber including an anomalous group-velocity dispersion regime and a modulational instability mechanism that operates to modulate the pump signal. In one particular embodiment, the pump signal wavelength resides in the anomalous group- velocity dispersion regime of the first fiber and where different intensities in the pump signal can cause relative motion between different parts of the modulated pump signal produced through modulational instability in the first fiber. The light source also including a nonlinear element that is coupled to the first fiber that is capable of broadening the pump optical spectral width to at least 100nm through a nonlinear effect in the nonlinear element.
Patent CA-2624821-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DAHLBERG OLOF
IPC: H01M8/18
Filed: 2006-10-13
Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a system of converting and storing energy. Energy in the form of, for example, wind power or solar energy is used to convert carbon dioxide to methyl alcohol in an electrochemical cell. The methyl alcohol may later be used to produce electricity in a fuel cell.
Patent CA-2627805-A1 (CA)
Title: Candleholder with a melting plate alignment feature
Inventor: NELSON CORY J
IPC: F21V35/00
Filed: 2006-11-02
Abstract: A candleholder (500) for a fuel element (110) , such as a votive candle, includes a melting plate (504) carried by a base portion (502) . The melting plate (504) is generally dish-shaped and disposed within a generally complementarily shaped recess (506) in a top end of the base portion (502). An alignment mechanism including an inner peripheral step (522) protruding into the recess and a complementary ledge (526) in a bottom surface of the melting plate (504) helps ensure that the melting plate is disposed at a predetermined position in the recess. The ledge (526) rests on the peripheral step (522) with an adhesive (166) disposed therebetween when the melting plate is in the predetermined position. A ring protrusion (530) from the base portion is disposed under a cavity (532) defined under a capillary lobe in the melting plate. The ring protrusion helps retain a magnet (528) in a predetermined location in the cavity and may also serve as part of the alignment mechanism.  The magnet may be used to help retain a ferro-magnetic wick holder of the votive candle on the capillary lobe .
Patent CA-2633419-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VETROVEC GEORGE
IPC: A61F2/82
Filed: 2006-12-12
Abstract: A medically implantable stent comprising at least one piezo-electric material may be active, such as by one or more of: delivering an anti-coagulant or other therapeutic effect to a patient in which it is implanted; powering itself; and/or sending an outbound electronic signal to a remote device. When a stent can send such an outbound signal, a physician may non-invasively ascertain the condition of the tissue near the stent.
Patent CA-2634219-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ROSEVEAR JEFFREY WILLIAM
IPC: A61Q17/04
Filed: 2006-12-14
Abstract: A cosmetic water-in-oil composition is provided which includes a water-in-oil emulsifying silicone surfactant, an ultrafine titanium dioxide and conjugated linoleic acid. The presence of conjugated linoleic acid stabilizes the composition against color degradation and also maintains an approximately steady viscosity.
Patent CA-2635501-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and system for evaluating groups of threaded connections
Inventor: BIEGLER MARK W
IPC: G01M13/00
Filed: 2006-11-20
Abstract: A method associated with the selection of tubulars for hydrocarbon production is described. In particular, the method is associated with the evaluation of performance limits of threaded connections. In this method, constituents of an evaluation group of threaded connections are determined via model analysis.  Then, physical testing on a first group of threaded connections in the evaluation group is conducted. Modeling analysis on the first group and a second group of threaded connections is performed, wherein the second group are not physically tested. Once modeled, the results from the physical testing and the modeling analysis are compared to assess a characteristic performance factor for the first group. Then, the characteristic performance factor is applied to the second group, and the performance limits are defined based on this characteristic performance factor.
Patent CA-2635887-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCDONNELL SHAMUS
IPC: F16L55/48
Filed: 2008-06-16
Abstract: A method of correcting in-line inspection run data logs using acoustical data includes positioning above ground markers periodically along a length of a pipeline to be inspected.  The above ground markers generating detection events as an inspection tool passes. Acoustic detectors are positioned periodically along the length of the pipeline. An inspection tool travels along the length of the pipeline. An inspection log is created based on the detection events. Acoustic data generated by the inspection tool is recorded, and used to adjust the inspection log.
Patent CA-2638056-A1 (CA)
Title: Telephone system and exchange apparatus therefor
Inventor: SHIBASAKI FUMIO
IPC: H04L12/66
Filed: 2008-07-17
Abstract: According to one embodiment, there is provided a telephone system comprises an exchange apparatus to be connected to a best-effort type network and a telephone terminal to be connected to the exchange apparatus.     The exchange apparatus includes a first interface unit which is connected to the best-effort type network, a second interface unit which forms a communication route differing from the first interface unit, a detection unit which detects deterioration in a quality of service of a call during establishment between the telephone terminal and its partner via the first interface unit and the best-effort type network, and a call moving unit which moves the call to a communication route passing through the second interface unit when the deterioration is detected.
Patent CA-2640622-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RILEY JOHN
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2007-02-13
Abstract: A system and method for provisionable, multi-modal communications, including detecting a provisioning condition, selecting a communications mode based on the provisioning condition from a first usage mode, a second usage mode, and a third usage mode, and displaying an interface (501) corresponding to the selected communications mode. The first usage mode includes a first communications channel supporting a first communication data consisting of instant messages and in-network voice data. The second usage mode includes a second communications channel supporting a second communication data consisting of IM, in-network voice data and out-of-network voice data. The third usage mode includes a second communications channel supporting a third communication data comprising video data. Detecting a provision condition digital key comprises the use of a Fig.4
Patent CA-2644763-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LOTT JOSEPH C
IPC: B65D83/00
Filed: 2007-03-05
Abstract: A cover and trigger assembly is provided that includes having a valve that can be actuated for dispensing the contents of the can through an outlet of the valve. The assembly includes an annular component having a helical surface is secured to the can, and a cover coupled to the annular component. The cover has an opening through which a trigger extends, and the cover is rotatable relative to the helical surface on the annular component for rotatably raising or lowering the cover relative to the annular component. The raising or lowering of the cover respectively prohibits or permits movement of the trigger member to actuate the valve, thereby controlling dispensing operation of the valve.
Patent CA-2645206-A1 (CA)
Title: Wireless electronic booster, and methods of blasting
Inventor: STEWART RONALD F
IPC: F42D1/055
Filed: 2007-04-27
Abstract: Disclosed herein are boosters that include components sufficient for wireless communications with an associated blasting machine. In selected aspects, there are disclosed wireless electronic boosters that are self-contained and robust. Such boosters are especially suited for underground mining operations, optionally employing automated placement of boosters at a blast site.
Patent CA-2646172-A1 (CA)
Title: Cements for use across formations containing gas hydrates
Inventor: SHINTA ALI
IPC: C04B24/00
Filed: 2007-03-21
Abstract: A method of servicing a wellbore in a subterranean formation, comprising preparing a cement composition comprising water, a cementitious material, and a gas hydrate inhibitor, and placing the cement composition in the wellbore. A cement composition comprising water, a cementitious material, and a gas hydrate inhibitor.
Patent CA-2652551-A1 (CA)
Title: Polyolefin solution polymerization process and polymer
Inventor: VANDERLENDE DANIEL D
IPC: C08F10/02
Filed: 2007-04-24
Abstract: A catalyst composition comprising a zirconium complex of a polyvalent aryloxyether and a polymerization processes employing the same, especially a continuous, solution polymerization of ethylene and one or more C3-30 olefins or diolefins to prepare interpolymers having improved processing properties, are disclosed.
Patent CA-2653376-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LAMBERT NOEL WILLIAM ALEXANDER
IPC: B03D1/00
Filed: 2007-06-29
Abstract: The present invention provides a device (10) for detecting the frothing ability of a fluid, said device including: an inlet (11) for receiving a portion of said fluid; means (12) for entraining air into said fluid portion; a mixing chamber (13) for receiving said air entrained fluid portion, said mixing chamber (13) being adapted for mixing said fluid portion and said air; and a detector (15) for detecting the amount of froth (18) generated in said mixing chamber (13). The invention also provides a method for detecting the frothing ability of a fluid.
Patent CA-2656357-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for making 3-substituted 2-amino-5-halobenzamides
Inventor: TAYLOR ERIC DEGUYON
IPC: C07C237/30
Filed: 2007-06-27
Abstract: Disclosed is a method for preparing a compound of Formula 1 by contacting compound of Formula 2 with R1-NH2 in the presence of a carboxylic acid and a method for preparing a compound of Formula 2 by contacting a compound of Formula 4 with phosphorus tribromide. ( 1, 2, 4 ) wherein R1 is H, C1_C4 alkyl, cyclopropyl, cyclopropylmethyl or methylcyclopropyl; R2 is CH3 or C1; R3 is C1_C6alkyl or C3_ C6 alkenyl, each optionally substituted with up to 3 halogen and up to 1 phenyl; and X is C1 or Br. Also disclosed is a method for preparing a compound of Formula 5, wherein R4, R5, R6 and Z are as defined in the disclosure, using a compound of Formula 1 that is characterized by preparing the compound of Formula 1 by the method above.
Patent CA-2657136-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SOENSTEROED TOR
IPC: B60R25/10
Filed: 2007-07-09
Abstract: A portable alarm device (100) for guarding a car (200) or another mobile object having a lockable compartment against theft or burglary, comprising: a housing (1) having at least one opening (2) and a microphone (4) therein for detecting infrasound; electrical circuitry (5) within housing (1) for processing signals and for transmitting an alarm signal on the detection of a forced entry; and a built-in power supply (7), i.e. batteries. The housing (1) is provided with steering features (2,9,11) for ensuring the existence of an unobstructed air path to opening(s) (2) regardless of the orientation and position assumed by the alarm device (100) being put rapidly into the coupe of the car by a staff member. The steering features may be legs (9) proximate to opening (2), a grating (10) surrounding opening (2), or alternatively surrounding the entire housing (1), or may be comprised of a number of openings in housing (1), spaced around the housing.